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Akaroa weather in August (Canterbury, New Zealand)

How does the weather in Akaroa usually fare in August? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In August, Akaroa tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 12°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 6°C.

Precipitation

Akaroa in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 153 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Akaroa. February typically offers the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akaroa climate page with graphs.

 

Akaroa, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 59 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 153 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in August

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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